Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook

Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook

€9,99
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Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
  • Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook
Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook

Old 19th century French history book rare vintage school textbook

€9,99
€9,99

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Description

This antique book, visible in the photo, features a thick, rigid binding with a reddish-brown cover, marked by a deep patina and numerous signs of wear. The spine of the volume is irregular, with noticeable scuffs, missing pieces, and cracks, indicating intensive use over a long period. No title or inscription is visible on the cover, which is typical of certain 19th-century works or old school editions.

The entire book displays a matte texture, with lighter areas and stains characteristic of the natural aging of the paper and cover. The corners are blunted, and the lower right edge of the cover shows a chip and advanced tearing. The rectangular shape of the volume is classic for textbooks and history books of that era.

The spine of the book, although not fully visible, suggests a thick and robust structure. The predominant brown color, with rust nuances and dark marks, evokes an antique work, probably from the 19th century, consistent with the keyword "antique 19th-century book." The worn appearance and pronounced patina reinforce the object's authenticity and suggest intensive educational use, compatible with a vintage French history textbook.

This type of work was frequently used in French schools or institutions in the 19th century. The absence of visible decorations or illustrations on the cover corresponds to school editions or reference books of that period. The book is presented in an inclined position, resting on a dark wooden support, which allows for a good view of the front face and the upper edge of the volume.

The surface of the book shows some white spots and abraded areas, testifying to prolonged storage and repeated handling. No metallic elements, publisher's marks, or decorative motifs are discernible on the visible part.

Condition

Antique work showing significant signs of wear: very patinated cover, blunted corners, visible tears and missing pieces, stains, handling marks. Used book sold as is.

Did you know? 19th-century French history textbooks were often published without illustrations or decorated covers to reduce costs and facilitate their massive distribution in public schools, following Jules Ferry's educational reforms starting in 1881.

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